A nurse suspects that a client is developing salicylism. Which of the following would help confirm this suspicion? Select all that apply

A) Tinnitus
B) Bradycardia
C) Sweating
D) Impaired vision
E) Mental confusion


Ans: A, C, E
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Signs and symptoms of salicylism include dizziness; tinnitus; impaired hearing; nausea; vomiting; flushing; sweating; rapid, deep breathing; tachycardia; diarrhea; mental confusion; lassitude; drowsiness; respiratory depression; and coma (from large doses of salicylate).

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